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Indonesia calls on ASEAN to bolster regional food security

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has urged ASEAN nations to bolster regional food security to counter extreme ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 9:34 pm

Taiwan's Parliament approves $25 billion defence spending bill

Taiwanese lawmakers have been at loggerheads over how much to spend on improving defence capabilities against a potential attack by China, which claims the island is part of its territory and has threatened to seize it forcibly.

The Hindu 8 May 2026 9:02 pm

MPR Deputy Speaker calls for tougher child protection policies

Deputy Speaker of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) Lestari Moerdijat stated that strengthening prevention ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 8:39 pm

Govt to start English training for 5,777 primary school teachers

The Indonesian Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education is ready to train 5,777 primary school teachers to teach ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 7:55 pm

After rain comes sunshine: preserving small business optimism for 2026

Optimism among Indonesian small businesses ahead of 2026 was more than just euphoria; it reflected a long journey of ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 7:39 pm

Manpower Ministry transforms training centers into business incubators

The Ministry of Manpower is transforming its vocational training centers (BLKs) into business incubators, productivity ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 6:18 pm

Govt promotes DESLab as digital election policy development

Deputy Minister of Home AffairsAkhmad Wiyagus stateddigital election simulation facilities should evolve ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 6:11 pm

BGN calls on stakeholders to align efforts in free meal program

Deputy for Nutritional Fulfillment Operations at the National Nutrition Agency (BGN), Sony Sonjaya, expressed hope that ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 5:29 pm

Indonesia's immigration to evaluate visa-free policy to curb scammers

The Directorate General of Immigration at the Ministry of Immigration and Corrections is considering evaluating its ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 5:25 pm

Indonesia calls on ASEAN to prioritize protection of nationals

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto called on ASEAN member states to strengthen citizen protection and maintain ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 5:16 pm

Govt outlines roadmap for English teaching in elementary schools

The Primary and Secondary Education Ministry has outlined a roadmap for Elementary School Teacher Competency ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 5:16 pm

A government critic dies in custody in Rwanda, drawing calls for an independent probe

Many critics accuse of Rwandan President of crushing dissent with many seeing him as the architect of an authoritarian regime

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:12 pm

Indonesia detains 210 foreigners in major online investment scam raid

Indonesian immigration authorities in Batam have detained 210 foreign nationals suspected of operating a massive ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 5:08 pm

RI calls for ASEAN to develop clean energy potential

Indonesia called on Southeast Asian countries to develop clean energy from renewable sources in order to strengthen ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 4:58 pm

Two foreigners still missing after Mount Dukono eruption

A joint team, Search and Rescue (SAR) and North Halmahera Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD), continue to ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 4:35 pm

Prabowo calls for unified ASEAN stance in upholding international law

President Prabowo Subianto emphasized that ASEAN must speak in unity to convey its collective stance on global ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 3:34 pm

President Prabowo urges ASEAN to accelerate energy diversification

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto encouraged ASEAN member countries to accelerate energy diversification to address ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 3:33 pm

Prabowo urges ASEAN to simplify APTERR mechanism, develop local food

President Prabowo Subianto in the plenary session of the 48th ASEAN Summit proposed simplifying the ASEAN Plus Three ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 3:31 pm

Ministry launches medical audit to follow up on intern doctor case

Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin said the Professional Disciplinary Council (MDP) will conduct a medical audit ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 3:01 pm

Ministry sets 3-year target for women empowerment in remote areas

The Ministry of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection (PPPA) is targeting the completion of a women's ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 2:58 pm

Prabowo joins ASEAN leaders for retreat session in Philippines

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto attended the retreat session of the 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu on Friday as part ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 2:50 pm

Indonesia and Philippines launch massive Nickel Corridor deal

Indonesia and the Philippines have signed a landmark agreement to establish a Nickel Corridor, integrating ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 2:47 pm

MBG kitchens can supply 6 mln liters used oil monthly for green energy

Indonesia's National Nutrition Agency (BGN) stated that kitchens for the Nutritious Free Food (MBG) program are ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 2:41 pm

Danantara speeds up digital transformation across SOE ecosystem

The sovereign wealth fund management agency Danantara said here on Friday that it is accelerating digital ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 2:39 pm

Industry growth boosts Indonesia's global cosmetic standing

Indonesia's Industry Ministry stated that the surge in domestic cosmetic industry players reflects the nation's ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 2:36 pm

VP Gibran gathers fishermen's aspirations during Lampung visit

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka held a dialogue with fishermen and shrimp farmers to gather aspirations from ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 2:35 pm

Indonesia pushes ASEAN cross-border power grid expansion

Indonesia called for stronger cross-border electricity infrastructure across Southeast Asia on Friday, seeking to ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 2:33 pm

Indonesia, Harvard Medical School partner to advance medical education

The Indonesian Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology is strengthening collaboration with Harvard ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 2:32 pm

Jakarta begins massive waste sorting movement this Sunday

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has announced that a citywide household waste sorting movement will officially launch ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 2:31 pm

Toshiba Releases 2:1 Multiplexer / 1:2 Demultiplexer Switches Supporting High-Speed Differential Signals such as PCIe 6.0 and USB4 Version 2.0

-Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation(Toshiba) has launched TDS5C212MX ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 2:21 pm

ITE Hong Kong 2026: Plenty of Bright Spots

ITE Hong Kong 2026 the 40th edition of ITELeisure and the 21st ITEMICE will be held ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 1:53 pm

ASEAN Summit: Prabowo urges ASEAN to become a zone of peace

President Prabowo Subianto called on all member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to make ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 1:50 pm

ASEAN must stay resilient amid geopolitical tensions: Minister Santoso

Trade Minister Budi Santoso stated that ASEAN must remain open and resilient amid growing global uncertainty ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 1:20 pm

Sydney and Melbourne kick off ninth edition of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards in Australia

The PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Australia) programme returns for its ninth edition in 2026 following two ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 1:09 pm

TransNusa Wins Changi Airline Award After a Record 17 Months of Operations

Three-year old TransNusa, the new aviation player with new rules, has yet again set a new benchmark by securing ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 1:06 pm

ASEAN targets digital economy pact DEFA signing by Nov 2026

Indonesian Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto conveyed that member countries have agreed to ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 12:51 pm

Indonesia stops 80 citizens from illegal Hajj pilgrimage

Indonesian authorities have intercepted 80 citizens at several international airports for attempting to travel to Saudi ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 12:47 pm

India pushes for inclusive migration, stronger anti-trafficking laws at United Nations General Assembly

Kirti Singh highlighted the various extensive initiatives undertaken by India, including the use of digital technologies, to support its nationals abroad

The Hindu 8 May 2026 12:19 pm

MetaOptics - Update on Proposed Nasdaq Dual Listing

MetaOptics Ltd (Catalist: 9MT) (MetaOptics or the Company, and together with its ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 12:07 pm

U.K. local elections: Partial results show losses for Starmers Labour and wins for Reform U.K.

The votes are being widely seen as an unofficial referendum on Mr. Starmer, elected less than two years ago

The Hindu 8 May 2026 11:08 am

Death toll rises to 37 in China fireworks factory blast

The explosion happened at around 4:40 p.m. (0840 GMT) on Monday (May 4, 2026) in Hunans Liuyang, known as Chinas fireworks capital for its 60% share of the domestic market and about 70% of exports

The Hindu 8 May 2026 10:12 am

OJK restructures Rp17.4T loans for disaster-hit debtors in Sumatra

The Financial Services Authority (OJK) has provided Rp17.4 trillion (approximately US$1 billion) in loan restructuring ...

Antara News 8 May 2026 8:58 am

Iran-Israel war LIVE: U.S. and Iran trade fire, threatening fragile ceasefire

Donald Trump dismissed the attacks and said that the United States is negotiating with Iran

The Hindu 8 May 2026 7:12 am

U.S. and Iran trade fire, threatening fragile truce

Irans military accused the U.S. of violating the ceasefire by attacking an oil tanker and another ship on Thursday, saying Tehrans forces immediately and in retaliation attacked American military vessels

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:08 am

U.S. trade court rules against Trump's global 10% tariff

The 2-1 ruling by the U.S. Court of International Trade, for now, blocks the tariffs from being implemented against just two companies and the state of Washington but it could open doors to further such outcomes

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:03 am

Openness, not isolation, is the bedrock of the West

The Wests advantage lies not only in military alliances or economic scale, but in institutional resilience and its capacity to attract, integrate, and retain talent

The Hindu 8 May 2026 2:07 am

Trump hails talks with Brazils Lula despite earlier tensions

Just concluded my meeting with Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, the very dynamic President of Brazil. We discussed many topics, including Trade and, specifically, Tariffs. The meeting went very well, Mr. Trump said

The Hindu 8 May 2026 1:15 am

Concerns mount over new Nepal governments use of ordinances and eviction drive

Analysts say the newBalendraShah government, which has a whopping majority in Parliament, is trying to rule by ordinancesand is bypassing legislative debate; it also faced pushback over clearance of illegal settlements along riverbanks in Kathmandu Valley, that left many without homes

The Hindu 8 May 2026 1:04 am

Indonesia records $3.3 bln foreign inflows in 2026: BI Governor

Indonesia recorded US$3.3 billion in foreign portfolio inflows from January to April this year, mainly driven by ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 10:08 pm

Govt sends 36 participants to China for povery alleviation training

The Ministry of Transmigration is deploying 36 training participants to China to gain knowledge on poverty alleviation ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 9:50 pm

Indonesia seeks technology to reduce landfill methane

Indonesia's Environment Ministry is exploring transitional waste management technologies to reduce methane ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 9:35 pm

Indonesia's economy remains stable amid global volatility: KSSK

Indonesia's fiscal, monetary, and financial sectors remained stable in the first quarter of 2026 amid rising global ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 9:21 pm

Philippines warns Chinese research ship in disputed waters

The research vessel Xiang Yang Hong 33, which is capable of supporting submersible craft, was operating near a reef in the contested Spratly Islands chain, the Philippine Coast Guard said

The Hindu 7 May 2026 9:12 pm

Indonesia targets June rollout for EV incentives

Indonesia's Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa is targeting the implementation of incentives for electric ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 7:47 pm

Neat Appoints Javed Khan as CEO to Lead AI Transformation

Neat, the pioneering video technology company, today announced the appointment of Javed Khan as Chief Executive ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 7:32 pm

KPMG in India announces strategic alliance with CleverTap to advance customer engagement and retention capabilities

KPMG in India andCleverTaptoday announced a strategic alliance to embed advanced customer engagement ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 7:29 pm

Prabowo urges ASEAN to speed up energy network integration

President Prabowo Subianto urged ASEAN countries to accelerate the development of energy networks, noting that energy ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 7:10 pm

India calls for Bangladeshs cooperation in repatriation of illegal immigrants

By NE NOW NEWS Guwahati: India on Thursday called for Bangladeshs cooperation in the repatriation of illegal immigrants staying in India, stressing the need for faster nationality verification. Addressing a weekly media briefing, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said more than 2,862 nationality verification cases are pending with Bangladesh, some for over [] The post India calls for Bangladeshs cooperation in repatriation of illegal immigrants appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 7 May 2026 7:05 pm

ASEAN resilience key to tackling regional crises: Indonesian FM

Indonesia's Foreign Minister Sugiono said the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)'s resilience is ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 6:32 pm

Health Ministry revises intern doctor rules after dr. Myta case

The Ministry of Health is reviewing regulations governing the medical internship program, including working hours, ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 6:24 pm

Prabowo uses Indonesia-made Maung car at 48th ASEAN Summit

President Prabowo Subianto is using a Maung car, a tactical vehicle produced by Indonesias state defense company ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 6:11 pm

Rubio in Vatican for talks with Pope Leo XIV after tensions over Trumps criticism

Several Italian commentators believe the U.S. Secretary of State was looking to smooth over relations with the pope for his own political ambitions as well as the upcoming midterm congressional elections and 2028 presidential race

The Hindu 7 May 2026 5:17 pm

Hundreds of homes damaged in Mississippi storms as multiple tornadoes reported

Powerful storms that included at least one confirmed tornado have torn through parts of Mississippi, collapsing hundreds homes, tearing up trees and downing power lines

The Hindu 7 May 2026 5:16 pm

Indonesia condemns latest Israeli assault on Global Sumud Flotilla

Indonesia strongly condemned the Israeli assault against the latest batch of the Global Sumud Flotilla on April 30, ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 5:04 pm

ASEAN encourage MSMEs to expand into global market

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is encouraging increased participation of local micro, small, and ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 4:54 pm

Indonesia restricts city tours ahead of Hajj peak rituals

Indonesia's Hajj and Umrah Ministry has barred Hajj pilgrims from joining city tours before completing the peak ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 4:52 pm

European Union strikes deal to ban sexualised AI deepfakes

Today, the EU has drawn a red line. AI must never be used to humiliate, exploit or endanger people. For the first time, EU legislation explicitly bans nudifier applications, centrist EU lawmaker Michael McNamara said

The Hindu 7 May 2026 4:10 pm

Pati school caretaker nabbed after fleeing in sexual abuse probe

The Indonesian Police have arrested the caretaker of a pesantren (Islamic boarding school) in Pati District, Central ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 3:56 pm

Indonesia eyes US$20 mln F&B deals at Canada expo

Indonesias food and beverage exporters are targeting more than US$20 million (about Rp346.44 billion) in deals ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 3:54 pm

Indonesian govt grants social forestry access to women in NTT

Indonesias Forestry Ministry has issued six social forestry decrees in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), granting forest ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 3:48 pm

Ministry collaborates in distributing social assistance digitally

The Ministry of Social Affairs is collaborating with the National Economic Council (DEN) to accelerate the ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 3:48 pm

Amman Mineral joins global copper body as first ASEAN member

PT Amman Mineral Nusa Tenggara, a unit of PT Amman Mineral Internasional Tbk, has joined the International Copper ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 3:42 pm

Indonesian govt urges LPDP scholars to support national development

Indonesia's Higher Education Minister Brian Yuliarto urged recipients of scholarships from Education Fund ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 3:42 pm

Indonesia questions 24 Chinese nationals over illegal gold mining

Immigration authorities in Maluku have detained 24 Chinese nationals for questioning after they were found working at ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 3:36 pm

Minister urges healthy lifestyle movement to fight obesity

Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin has called on the public to make healthy living a trendy movement in efforts to ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 3:18 pm

Indonesia tightens MBG food safety controls with BGN-BPOM pact

The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has partnered with the Food and Drug Authority (BPOM) to strengthen oversight of ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 3:02 pm

Energy minister joins President at ASEAN talks on interconnection

Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia accompanied President Prabowo Subianto to discuss strategic ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 2:42 pm

Ministry tightens screening in response to cruise ship's hantavirus

The Ministry of Health had coordinated with the World Health Organization (WHO) to enhance hantavirus screening ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 2:21 pm

Indonesia, Oman explore education cooperation in Jakarta meeting

Indonesian Minister of Religious Affairs Nasaruddin Umar received a visit from Omans Ambassador Mohamed Ahmed ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 2:00 pm

Central Papua, MIND ID collaborate in realizing mining downstreaming

The Central Papua Provincial Government is collaborating with state mining industry holding MIND ID to transition to a ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 1:46 pm

Minister stresses ecological intelligence in shaping youth's character

Minister for Primary and Secondary Education Abdul Muti emphasized the importance of building ecological ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 1:35 pm

Top BJP leader's aide shot dead in violence after Indian state election

Chandranath Rath was personal assistant to Suvendu Adhikari, front runner to become West Bengal's new chief minister.

BBC 7 May 2026 1:33 pm

Philippines pushes for ASEAN declaration on maritime cooperation

The Philippines is pushing the ASEAN Leaders' Declaration document on Maritime Cooperation for consideration by ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 1:32 pm

Bangladesh appeals to China for support in Teesta river restoration project

Guwahati: Bangladeshs foreign minister Khalilur Rahman and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi met in Beijing on Wednesday to discuss the Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project, according to the state-run news agency Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha. Millions of people rely on the Teesta River for irrigation and their livelihoods as it travels from the eastern [] The post Bangladesh appeals to China for support in Teesta river restoration project appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 7 May 2026 1:22 pm

Narges Mohammadis family fears for jailed Nobel laureate's life if not moved to Tehran hospital

Narges Mohammadi remains in critical condition, and her family says security officials have so far prevented her transfer to the capital where she could get better treatment

The Hindu 7 May 2026 1:13 pm

Bali Declaration fuels Southeast Asia Olympic bid dream: Philippine

Philippine Sports Commission Chairperson Patrick Gregorio described the Bali Declaration, adopted during the Southeast ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 1:00 pm

Hantavirus outbreak: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says monitoring U.S. travellers oncruise ship

The Department of State is leading a coordinated, whole-of-government response, including direct contact with passengers, diplomatic coordination, and engagement with domestic and international health authorities, the CDC said

The Hindu 7 May 2026 12:11 pm

Central Papua bets on teacher quality for stronger education system

The Central Papua provincial government reaffirmed its commitment to intensifying efforts to strengthen the education ...

Antara News 7 May 2026 11:40 am

From Pahalgam to Pakistans heartland: India marks one year of Operation Sindoor

Hyderabad:India on Thursday, May 7, marked the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, the landmark tri-services military action launched in the early hours of May 7 last year that targeted terror infrastructure across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The day was marked by tributes from the countrys top political and military leadership, heightened security in Jammu Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 7 May 2026 11:25 am